Somatic Breathwork & Sound Healing

Name: Somatic Breathwork & Sound Healing
Start: 2026-01-25T10:00:00-06:00
Location: Route 6 Yoga

Schedule

Sun, 25 Jan, 2026 at 10:00 am

UTC-06:00

Location

Route 6 Yoga | Moline, IL

Somatic Breathwork and Sound Healing
Somatic breathwork and sound healing are complementary practices that use intentional breathing, sound, and movement to connect the mind and body, release stored emotions, and calm the nervous system. Somatic breathwork uses controlled breathing to bring awareness to physical sensations and release tension, while sound healing uses instruments like singing bowls or drums to promote relaxation and a meditative state. Together, they facilitate deeper emotional release and can lead to feelings of groundedness, balance, and emotional well-being.
How they work
• Somatic breathwork: This practice involves focused, intentional breathing to bypass the thinking mind and tune into the body's sensations.
o It encourages the body to move out of "fight, flight, or freeze" mode and into a "rest and digest" state by activating the parasympathetic nervous system.
o This can lead to physical and emotional releases, such as shaking, crying, or laughing, as stored stress and emotions are released.
• Sound healing: This practice uses vibrations from sound to create a state of relaxation and support emotional processing.
o It often involves lying down and being immersed in the sounds of instruments like singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and drums.
o The sounds can help clear stagnant energy and deepen the meditative state, making it easier to access and release emotions during breathwork.
Benefits of combining the two practices
• Emotional release: Both practices are powerful for processing and releasing stored trauma, stress, and blocked emotions.
• Nervous system regulation: The combination can help regulate the autonomic nervous system, leading to a sense of calm and balance.
• Mind-body connection: They foster a deeper connection between your mental and physical self, increasing self-awareness and helping you feel more grounded.
• Enhanced healing: The synergistic effect can lead to profound insights, a sense of healing, and a renewed sense of connection to yourself.
Investment: $60
Pre-registration is required. Register early to save your spot! Bring a yoga mat, blanket, pillows, and anything else for you to be comfortable. There are some yoga mats/blankets/bolsters to borrow and they are first come first serve.
*Refunds will not be given for your cancellation.